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4 courses

61 practices

4 hours

Dive into data engineering with Scala! Learn to handle text, CSV, and JSON files, parse and process data, and work with large datasets using ZIP operations and batch processing. Master key techniques to efficiently manage data in modern applications.

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Big Data Processing

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Data Ingestion and Extraction

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Programming and Algorithms

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JSON

Scala

Course 1

Fundamentals of Text Data Manipulation in Scala

4 lessons

16 practices

Explore the basics of text data manipulation. Learn techniques to read and write files efficiently, delving into line-by-line and character-by-character parsing to build a strong foundation in handling textual data using Scala.

Course 2

Parsing Table Data in Scala

4 lessons

17 practices

Master parsing and writing techniques for scientific data using both TXT and CSV formats. This course provides practical skills for working with tabular data, ensuring you can effectively manage various structured data files using Scala.

Course 3

Handling JSON Files with Scala

4 lessons

16 practices

Explore JSON's role in data interchange and storage. Learn to parse, access, and construct JSON data using Scala, equipping you to handle complex structured data essential for modern applications.

Course 4

Large Data Handling Techniques in Scala

4 lessons

12 practices

Learn efficient techniques for managing large datasets with Scala. From handling compressed files with ZIP operations to batch processing, this course will equip you to manage data at scale effectively using Scala.

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